Which part of Calgary is Shawnessy in?

Shawnessy is in the South sector of Calgary.

How big is Shawnessy?

Shawnessy covers about 3.6 square kilometres.

Which communities border Shawnessy?

Shawnessy borders Bridlewood, Chaparral, Evergreen, Midnapore, Millrise, Silverado, Somerset, and Sundance.

How many historic resources are in Shawnessy?

Shawnessy has 2 historic resources on the City of Calgary's heritage inventory.

Is Shawnessy good for walking and cycling?

Shawnessy has 2.6 km of bike routes and 8.4 km of pathways and trails.

Does Shawnessy have public art?

Shawnessy has 1 public artwork.

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Shawnessy

At a glance

Median ask: $639,900
Parkland: 13%
C-Train: 1
Schools: 4

Community facts

People

Population: 9,368
Dwellings: 3,323
Density: 2,981/ km²

Place

Area: 3.65km²
Sector: South
Structure: 1980s/1990s

Character

Established: 1981
Community association: Shawnessy Community Association

Sources: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census · City of Calgary Open Data · Updated July 9, 2026

Boundaries: City of Calgary Open Data.

Market

Market snapshot

For sale

Median asking price $639,900.

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Recent activity

New this month: 8

In the neighbourhood

Livability

Green space & getting around

Parkland: 13%
Natural area: 1%
Tree canopy: 12%
Pathways & trails: 8.4km
Bike routes: 2.6km
C-Train stations: 1
Bus stops: 82

Schools

Bishop O'Byrne High School — Senior High (Separate)
Father Doucet School — Elementary (Separate)
Janet Johnstone School — Elementary (Public)
Samuel W. Shaw School — Elementary/Junior High (Public)

Culture & heritage

Public art: 1
Historic resources: 2

Development

Shawnessy — common questions

Which part of Calgary is Shawnessy in?: Shawnessy is in the South sector of Calgary.
How big is Shawnessy?: Shawnessy covers about 3.6 square kilometres.
Which communities border Shawnessy?: Shawnessy borders Bridlewood, Chaparral, Evergreen, Midnapore, Millrise, Silverado, Somerset, and Sundance.
How many historic resources are in Shawnessy?: Shawnessy has 2 historic resources on the City of Calgary's heritage inventory.
Is Shawnessy good for walking and cycling?: Shawnessy has 2.6 km of bike routes and 8.4 km of pathways and trails.
Does Shawnessy have public art?: Shawnessy has 1 public artwork.

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Sources & notes

Livability figures (transit, parks, schools, culture) — City of Calgary Open Data, refreshed periodically. Approximate; may not reflect the most recent changes.

Sold & market figures — compiled from MLS® sold data for this community; not the MLS® HPI. Recently sold records may be revised as they're finalized.